Why Private Equity
Private equity can serve as a core portfolio holding.
Vast Opportunity Set
Private markets represent a compelling opportunity for investors to diversify beyond public equities. [ 1 ]
Breakout of Public vs. Private Companies with over $250M in Revenue [ 1 ]
There can be no assurances that any of the trends described herein will continue or will not reverse. Past events and trends do not imply, predict, or guarantee, and are not necessarily indicative of future events or results. Additionally, investments in private equity are speculative and often include a higher degree of risk.
Historical Outperformance
Over the past 25 years, private equity has generated average annual returns of approximately 13% net of fees, compared to 8% for public equities. [ 2 ]
25-Year Outperformance: Private vs Public Equity [ 2 ]
Q3 2000 to Q3 2025
Past performance does not predict future returns.
Vast Opportunity Set
Private markets represent a compelling opportunity for investors to diversify beyond public equities. [ 1 ]
Breakout of Public vs. Private Companies with over $250M in Revenue [ 1 ]
There can be no assurances that any of the trends described herein will continue or will not reverse. Past events and trends do not imply, predict, or guarantee, and are not necessarily indicative of future events or results. Additionally, investments in private equity are speculative and often include a higher degree of risk.
25-Year Outperformance: Private vs Public Equity [ 2 ]
Q3 2000 to Q3 2025
Past performance does not predict future returns.
Illustrative Drivers of Private Equity Returns [ 3 ]
Represents EBITDA growth of investments with gains.